Deliblatska Sands wildfire
This story tracks the major wildfire in Deliblatska Sands: the affected area, risks to settlements, and containment efforts.
What matters
On 14 August, the Interior Ministry said the Deliblatska Sands fire was the most serious of ten active wildfires in Serbia. Ivica Dačić said about 2,000 of 35,000 hectares were affected; all villages were safe, but variable wind continued to pose a risk.
Photo from the firefighting operation
Chronology
Deliblatska Sands wildfire affects about 2,000 hectares
The Interior Ministry says the Deliblatska Sands fire remains the most serious of ten active wildfires in Serbia. Ivica Dačić said all villages are safe, but variable wind continues to pose a risk; a firefighting-rescue vessel has been deployed since 13 August.
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Deliblatska Sands wildfire affects about 2,000 hectares
The Interior Ministry says the Deliblatska Sands fire remains the most serious of ten active wildfires in Serbia. Ivica Dačić said all villages are safe, but variable wind continues to pose a risk; a firefighting-rescue vessel has been deployed since 13 August.
What changed
- The area cited on 14 August is about 2,000 hectares; no formal declaration of full containment has been reported.